My Name Is Joe
Drama
Two thirtysomethings, unemployed former alcoholic Joe and community health worker Sarah, start a romantic relationship in one of the toughest Glasgow neighbourhoods.
VIBE
A bleakly beautiful portrait of working-class life in Glasgow. It's a tough, honest, and ultimately moving look at finding connection amidst despair, anchored by a powerhouse performance.
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